Incline Village - Mountain Golf Course
Incline Village - Mountain Golf Course
Phone: (775) 832-1146
Website: http://www.golfincline.com
Course History:
Incline Village is home to two fantastic golf courses, but we’re going to focus on the Mountain Course for this review. This is as the name would suggest, a beautifully hilly course that is quite challenging for many players but definitely fun for all. Although this is a short par 58, you’re going to get quite a workout on the hills. The course opens in May, and is a great place to have a little fun and relax.
What You Need to Know:
Robert Trent Jones designed this beautiful course and it is a true testament to his strengths as a designer. With the just the right amount of difficulty, most players should find that with a little practice they can come close to par. There is a dress code at this course and all players are asked to wear collared shirts. No denim, cut offs or tank tops are allowed.
The driving range has 28 stalls and opens a half hour before the first tee time and closes a half hour after the last tee time. It’s a great place to work on your swing and the practice bunkers will get you ready for your round of golf. Lessons are available from the club pros and the pro shop is very well stocked.
The club frequently runs specials, so it’s a good idea to check their website before booking your tee time. You can register your tee time by calling ahead to the pro shop or by using their online system.
Playing Hints:
Most of the holes on this course are very straightforward and you won’t have to worry about dealing with dog legs. However, you are going to be dealing with some pretty incredible hills so we really recommend taking advantage of a golf cart. Creeks are the main water hazard and they bisect several holes. You’ll want to have a really strong tee shot on the fourth and sixth hole, but for the seventeenth and tenth holes, you may want to shorten up your drive and use an iron to get over the creek.
The eighth hole is a great place to get your score back up on the front nine and on the back nine you’ll also have a good chance of birdie-ing the fifteenth and eighteenth holes. This is a well balanced course, even though it is short, and it should be suitable for most levels of players. Keep in mind that it takes around two or three rounds to get the feel of the course.
Fees:
Championship Course
Mountain Course
Low Season High Season Low Season High Season
Daily Fee $162-$172 $162-$172 $57-$65 $57-$65
Afternoon Fee $162-$172 $162-$172 $57-$65 $57-$65
Twilight (after 4pm) $50-$99 $50-$99 $36-$39 $36-$39
Driving Range Prices
$8.25 small bucket
$10.25 large bucket
Driving Range Season Pass for Residents of Incline Village/Crystal Bay
Small buckets $195
Large buckets $365
Pre-booking fees:
1-14 days in advance - no fee
15-90 days in advance (Mountain: $10/player, Championship: $15/player)
Incline Golf Course - Championship Course
Incline Golf Course - Championship Course
Incline Golf Course’s Championship Course is located in: Lake Tahoe, NV
Phone: (775) 832-1146
Website: http://www.golfincline.com
Course History:
By far, this is one of the finest courses in the Lake Tahoe area and it is well worth the trip. The Championship Course offers all players just enough of a challenge without being terribly difficult. Although novices may prefer the other course, it’s well worth the time spent trying to get a par on this one. Those who do make the trip find themselves going back again and again.
Robert Trent Jones had this to say about this course: “the ideal mountain layout with a challenge you won’t want to miss and views you will never forget”
What You Need to Know:
The course does ask that all players replace any divots that they create. They enforce this policy, so please keep this in mind and comply with their request. Men must wear collared shirts while women are allowed to wear appropriate golf shirts. Please keep in mind that no denim, tee shirts or tank tops are allowed on the course. In addition, all players must have their own set of clubs. If you do not own a set or do not wish to bring your own, rentals are available.
Tee times can be reserved online or by phone and may be held up to seven days in advance. This is a very popular course, so it is definitely a good idea to make your reservation ahead of time.
The pro shop is incredibly well stocked and the course serves breakfast and lunch every day. There are also snack bars that come in handy if you get hungry on the course. Overall, the amenities are simply terrific at this course.
Playing Hints:
Stamina is the key to this course as well as accuracy. The entire course was remodeled in 2004 and the result is fantastic. The bunkers are the main issue for most players, and you’ll need to make sure that you keep your shots as close to the center of the fairway as possible. There are numerous water hazards, and you’ll need to watch out for the creek on the first and second holes. It bisects both so make sure you hit a long shot off the tees.
Holes 11, 12 and 13 all have a dog leg and it can be a bit difficult to master these three holes. Your best bet is to stick to the right and use your irons to get to the green after your second shot.
Fees:
Championship Course
Mountain Course
Low Season High Season Low Season High Season
Daily Fee $162-$172 $162-$172 $57-$65 $57-$65
Afternoon Fee $162-$172 $162-$172 $57-$65 $57-$65
Twilight (after 4pm) $50-$99 $50-$99 $36-$39 $36-$39
Driving Range Prices
$8.25 small bucket
$10.25 large bucket
Driving Range Season Pass for Residents of Incline Village/Crystal Bay
Small buckets $195
Large buckets $365
Pre-booking fees:
1-14 days in advance - no fee
15-90 days in advance (Mountain: $10/player, Championship: $15/player)
Pebble Beach Golf Course - Del Monte Course
Pebble Beach Golf Course - Del Monte Course
The Del Monte Course is located in Pebble Beach, CA
Phone: (831) 647-7500
Website: http://www.pebblebeach.com
Course History:
The Del Monte Course at Pebble Beach is one of the oldest courses in California. It first opened in 1897 and has since become an institution. Charles Maud designed this course which is known for its wandering fairways and challenging level of play. Golfers always come back to this course to give it another chance. Novices however may find this to be the easiest of the three golf courses at Pebble Beach, but that’s only when comparing them. It’s a challenging course but the scenery makes it very worthwhile.
What You Need to Know:
There is a dress code here, and you will need to wear a collared shirt and trousers. PGA rules are strictly enforced. This course is home to numerous tournaments and its always a good idea to go observe before playing this course. You can learn a lot by watching how other players handle the narrow fairways and challenging greens.The pro shop is fantastic here and the Del Monte Bar and Grill serves some incredible food. It’s open for breakfast and lunch all year round and is well worth the trip.
Playing Hints:
The first hole is a great start and the par five is pretty easy to attain. It’s a straightforward hole, but you’re going to want to stay as close to the center of the fairway as you can. The sixth hole is a par three that looks very easy but it’s simple to miss the green. Try underdoing your drive just a bit to avoid this problem.The tenth hole is going to require an iron approach if you want to be accurate. It’s best to try for par on this one instead of going for the birdie unless you are a pro. Otherwise you can quickly end up way over par. The fourteenth hole is one of the original holes that hasn’t changed much since 1897. Keep in mind that the green really slopes, even though it doesn’t look like it at first.The seventeenth and eighteenth holes are real killers, so save up your strength to tackle these. Once again, accuracy and placement are the keys if you want to par these holes. It’s best to err on the side of caution here.
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Fees:
PEBBLE BEACH GOLF LINKSResort Guests $495 incl. cartNon-Resort Guests $495 + cartSPYGLASS HILL GOLF COURSE
Resort Guests $330 incl. cart
Non-Resort Guests $330 + cart
THE LINKS AT SPANISH BAY
Resort Guests $260 incl. cart
Non-Resort Guests $260 + cart
DEL MONTE GOLF COURSE
Resort Guests $110 + cartHyatt Guests $110 + cartNon-Resort Guests $110 + cart
For Stay and Play Packages
THE LODGE AT PEBBLE BEACH
Garden View $675
Scenic View $765
Garden Spa Room $875
Ocean View $925
Ocean Studio $1,150
Suite (Main Bldg.) $1,750
Suite (Fremont) $1,550
Suite (Vizcaino) $1,925
Suite (Alvarado) $1,925
Suite (Sloat) $2,125
Suite (Colton) $2,125
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